Backblasts

Date: 2025-11-10
AO: thepatriot
Q: citrus
PAX: Piano Man, Bone, My Space, Wedding Singer, NASCAR, Lazlo, Hops, Rim Fire, Daaa Auditor, Smokey, Walker, Couch Potato, Shake ‘n’ Bake, Bob the Builder FNGs: None
COUNT: 15
THE WARM-UP: SSH, penalty burpees, WMH, Imperial Squat Walkers, Hillbillies, Michael Phelps, Mosey, arm circles; Downward Dog

THE THANG:

The PAX split into pairs to perform a modified version of the Chad WOD in honor and remembrance of Chad Wilkinson. Wilkinson, a retired Navy SEAL who had served for over 20 years, took his own life in 2018. At his funeral, his wife, Sarah, told the story of how Chad trained to climb Mt. Aconcaga: by performing 20” box step-ups, in sets of 1,000, for time while wearing a 45-lb ruck. The 1,000-step Chad workout is done to honor his memory and to highlight our country’s epidemic of Veteran suicides.

The PAX did both by performing 10x of 50 step-ups, and then alternating running around the arena and doing 18x merkins.

Total of 1,000 step-ups and 180 Merkins for each pair of PAX.

Social lap to the field for …

THE MARY: Flutter Kicks

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Patriot field will be closed Nov-Feb, but Patriot will be open; touch football game at Compound; Boneathon coming May 2026

THE COT:

Several years ago the 22-push-up challenge spread across social media as a way to highlight veteran suicide rates. At the time, an average of 22 former service members committed suicide each day. Through awareness and active intervention, that number has dropped to just under 18 veterans lost per day (https://news.va.gov/137221/va-2024-suicide-prevention-annual-report/). While 18 is headed in the right direction, it is still way too many.

Chad Wilkinson’s story is telling. A decorated veteran, with strong family and community ties, still chose to end his own life. As Sarah Wilkinson said “When Chad took his life, he had everything to live for … .”

We did this workout in pairs, as a reminder that we are never alone. As we enter the holiday season, reach out to those around you and see how they are faring. The holidays can be a lonely time, even in the best of times. With the COVIDs keeping many isolated and anxious, this year may not be the best of times. Support those around you, veteran or non-veteran.

Tags: thepatriot, Piano Man, Bone, My Space, Wedding Singer, NASCAR, Lazlo, Hops, Rim Fire, Daaa Auditor, Smokey, Walker, Couch Potato, Shake ‘n’ Bake, Bob the Builder

Date: 2025-11-10
AO: terrapin-station
Q: Summit
PAX: Enron, Ice Tea, CableGuy, Groundhog, Tariff, Ripcord
FNGs: None
COUNT: 7
WARMUP: All IC: SSH, IW, HB, MP, WMH, CP, DD, CK

THE THANG: Billy Madison College Edition
– PAX performed exercises in picture….12 reps pyramid style with running around parking lot between sets. – Made it to 11th grade which was a worthy achievement.

MARY: IC….12th grade LBCs X 50

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Let’s make sure that terrapin-station remains vibrant…sign up to Q. Check Slack announcements for other updates.

COT: Avoiding the Holiday Landmines
– On this November 10, 2025 envision yourself on January 2, 2026 – How do I want to show up with family?
– What about sleep, mindfulness, spiritual practices?
– How will I partake in holiday festivities in moderation?
– What are my workout/F3 goals this holiday season?
– What does my best self look like in the new year.
Let’s lean on each other and enjoy the journey.

Tags: terrapin-station, Enron, Ice Tea, CableGuy, Groundhog, Tariff, Ripcord

Date: 2025-11-10
AO: thefarm
Q: Firehead
PAX: Trilogy, Moonshine, Lumbergh, Running Man
FNGs: None
COUNT: 5
WARMUP:
Grady Corns, Don Quixotes, Michael Phelps, Mosey around Fields

THE THANG:
(in the pavilion)

Tabata Squats x 8
Tabata Merks x 6
Sprint + Mosey around Triangle

Tabata Bonnie Blairs x 4
Tabata Shoulder Dips x 6
Sprint + Mosey around Triangle

Tabata SSH x 8
Tabata American Hammer x 8
Mosey

Tabata Burpees x 4
Tabata LBCs x 6

MARY: N/A

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Trilogy has Q on Wednesday (I think…)

COT:
A lot of people right now have been laid off and are having difficulty landing the few jobs that are available. Be grateful for what you have.

Tags: thefarm, Trilogy, Moonshine, Lumbergh, Running Man

Date: 2025-11-10
AO: acropolis
Q: Baywatch
PAX: Atlas, WildThing, Peanuts, Hightower, Roy Hunter, Obadiah, Battleship, Monk, Baywatch, @Drano FNGs: None
COUNT: 10
WARMUP: SSH, Michael Phelps, Cherry Twist, Greatest Stretch, & some yoga

THE THANG: Partner up: Partner A works their way across 50yds doing various animal inspired exercises while Partner B completes a Farmer’s carry to the 50 and runs back to switch with Partner A. When the team reaches 50 yards take a lap with coupon around the track. Then start next 50 yd exercise. At each end zone 10 Booyah Mercans to celebrate. Exercises: Bear Crawl, Inch Worm, Crab Walk, King Cobra, Leap Frog.

MARY: Dealer’s Choice x10

ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Rambler organizing book club
Other things in early December

COT: There are all different walks of life – don’t accept excuses for shortcomings but have grace.

Tags: acropolis, Atlas, WildThing, Peanuts, Hightower, Roy Hunter, Obadiah, Battleship, Monk, Baywatch, @Drano

Date: 2025-11-10
AO: hamilton
Q: Gherkin
PAX: Legacy, Sloop, Jag, bogey, Greenpeace, Goldfish
FNGs: None
COUNT: 7
WARM UP
SSH, Imperial Walkers, arm circles, WMH, Down Dog, WGS, Cobra Kai

THE THANG
Tammy Wynettes
One Pax performs 10 reps of the “timer” exercise while the other Pax performs the other exercise until Pax 1 completes 10 reps of his exercise. Pax switch exercises with Pax 2 performing 10 reps of the timer exercise. Continue until each PAX has performed 100 reps of the timer exercise.

• Coupon Squats & No Cheat Merkins (timer)
• Big Boy Situps (timer) & Coupon Swings

AMRAP
– 3 sets of 3 exercises
45 seconds work & 15 seconds rest
30 second rest in between sets
1 Mucho Leggos
2 Calf Raises
3 Bobby Hurleys

MARY
No time

ANNOUNCEMENTS
• F3 Holiday Bowl – Touch Football, Saturday 12/6, East v West • Charlie Brown Thanksgiving at #ignite Wed Nov 19

COT
250 years ago today (November 10 1775), in Philadelphia PA, the Continental Marine Corps (later the US Marine Corps) was formed, making it older than the US itself. Their first raid was of a British weapons cache in the Bahamas in March 1776, 4 months after they were formed. Since then they have served and fought in every major conflict – usually the first to arrive and the last to leave. YHC is humbled and grateful for their sacrifice, commitment and selfless service. Happy Birthday and Semper Fidelis.

Tags: hamilton, Legacy, Sloop, Jag, bogey, Greenpeace, Goldfish